Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition vs Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Lagavulin
£499
| Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 15 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £399 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is better value at £399 vs £499.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £499)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange